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Feds may tighten English fluency law for truckers
2008-07-17 15:38:00 TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) ? Manuel Castillo was driving a truck through Alabama hauling onions and left with a $500 ticket for something he didn’t think he was doing: speaking English poorly. Castillo, who was stopped on his way back to California, said he knows federal law requires him to be able to converse in English with ...
By: TexasFred's
English Spot Rabbits
2008-07-02 19:02:00 English Spot Rabbit "Not only do I have spots… I have a stripe right down my back!" 6/25/2008 The English Spot Rabbit is prized for its beauty and graceful appearance! English Spot rabbits are mid-sized rabbits that are very active. This breed has a generally calm ...
In Tokyo School, Nintendo DS is an English Teacher
2008-06-27 09:30:00 From USATODAY.com Tech - Top Stories: The Nintendo DS isn't just fun and games anymore for English students at Tokyo's Joshi Gakuen all-girls junior high school. The portable video game console is now being used as a key teaching tool, breaking with traditional Japanese academic me
English Paper Puts Self on Mt. Rushmore
2008-06-22 07:28:00 -By Warner Todd Huston I guess this is what strikes the English as amusing, but the Guardian Newspaper has decided it would be super neat to place their logo on Mt. Rushmore to advertise their coverage of the United States. This sort of disrespect for one of our most recognizable national monuments is a great idea ...
By: Publius Forum
English language legislation gathers steam across the USA
2008-06-19 09:18:00 USA Today - English as an official language has gained momentum as proponents keep going to the ballot box with measures that discourage bilingual ballots, notices and documents. Thirty states now have laws specifying that official government communications be in English, says U.S. English, a group that promotes the laws. This year such bills are under ...
By: TexasFred's
China's New Labor Contract Law -- In English
2008-06-11 10:07:00 China Law & Practice Magazine just came out with a very good English language translation of China's new Labor Contract Law here. For more on China's new labour law, check out the following: -- "China's Proposed Labor Law:Going After Capitalists Like China, 1967" -- "China's Proposed Labor Law Causing Sucking Sounds" -- "China's New Labor Law -- It's A Huge Deal. Huge I Tell You." -- "China's New Labor Law. Still Coming. Still A Big Deal." -- "NPR On China's New Labor Law -- Low Tech Getting 'Difficult'" -- "China's New Labor Law Means Tenure For Everybody" -- "China's New Labor Law As Plague On All Employers' Houses."
By: China Law Blog
English Bay, Vancouver
2008-06-10 16:05:00 English Bay is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, west of the downtown peninsula, which separates the bay from Burrard Inlet connecting to the northeast, and False Creek to the southeast. English Bay Beach, near the city’s West End residential neighborhood, is the most popular sunbathing, swimming, and sunset-watching beach in the downtown Vancouver area. Other downtown beaches facing English Bay include Sunset Beach, Second Beach, and Third Beach. South of the bay lie Kitsilano Beach, Jericho Beach, the Spanish Banks beaches, and Locarno Beach. English Bay is a major tourist attraction to visitors all year long, with the peak season being late summer. Vancouver has a lot of sightseeing tours. GPS travel coordinates: 49° 17′ 0″ N, 123° 9′ 15″ W
Translation from english or russian to Ukrainian by thouse
2008-06-10 01:20:00 We need translate our web site from English or Russian to Ukrainian. This video site and it is not much words there (Budget: $30-250, Jobs: Translation)
English votes on English matters - Unique Powers.
2008-06-09 11:07:00 Why is the question of English votes on English matters so difficult to sort out? We've had Malcolm Rifkind's Grand Committee, which it is argued will only add another layer of government. Now after a lengthy process Ken Clarke comes up with another bloody stupid idea.From the Telegraph: He (Ken Clarke) is said to have advised allowing all MPs to vote on English legislation at the initial second reading stage of parliamentary scrutiny. But only English MPs would get to vote during the detailed committee stage of the legislative process, where real changes can be effected. At the third and final reading, all MPs could once again vote, but a new parliamentary undertaking would prevent any party using Scottish votes to block amendments made by English MPs.Why oh why can't we just stop Scottish MPs voting in England on any matter that would normally be devolved to Scotland? In other words - any subject that English MPs are not allowed to vote on in Scotland. Surely that would be a f...
By: Daily Referendum
Skinny Dipping With The English Courtesan
2008-06-09 00:58:00 'I'm hot!' said the English Courtesan. 'Yes you are', said the Gentleman Suitor with a smirk, admiring the English Courtesan's slightly rosy cheeks. 'It's too hot for blogging' added the English Courtesan. 'Oh yes, much too hot!' agreed the Suitor, rather too quickly. 'Shall we find something else to do?'.And that is exactly what the English Courtesan and the Suitor did. There are times when even Yorkshire is warm enough for a little sunset skinny dipping... ;-)P.S. Replies to comments tomorrow - for tonight the English Courtesan is...ahem...leaving that to the readers' imagination...Technorati Tags: courtesan, courtesans, international courtesan, escort, escorts, escort blog, travel companion, travel companions, Yorkshire travel companion, call girl, call girls, high class call girl, skinny dipping, Yorkshire, the English CourtesanThe English Courtesan...naughty but nice! xxx
IPTV English News by InformITV (09/06/2008)
2008-06-09 00:00:00 Ofcom proposals for spectrum from digital dividend review Ofcom, the communications regulator for the United Kingdom, has set out proposals for how it will release the spectrum that will be freed up as a result of the switch to digital television. It says the aim is not to raise revenue for the government but to enable ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (09/06/2008)
2008-06-09 00:00:00 Ofcom proposals for spectrum from digital dividend review Ofcom, the communications regulator for the United Kingdom, has set out proposals for how it will release the spectrum that will be freed up as a result of the switch to digital television. It says the aim is not to raise revenue for the government but to enable ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (09/06/2008)
2008-06-09 00:00:00 Ofcom proposals for spectrum from digital dividend review Ofcom, the communications regulator for the United Kingdom, has set out proposals for how it will release the spectrum that will be freed up as a result of the switch to digital television. It says the aim is not to raise revenue for the government but to enable ...
English as a Fecund Language
2008-06-08 11:19:00 A Chicken and Egg Situation I spent a while teaching English as a second language in Thailand many years ago, and had a splendid time. Not only did I find the language (especially the written characters) more beautiful than my own English equivalent; the culture, the etiquette, the people, the weather, the food, everything beguiled me and I felt entirely at home, as if remembering a Heaven where I once belonged. I’ll tell you more about it another time, but I will say two things for now: My grasp of the Thai language extended barely beyond the basic pleasantries and the buying of food. This was mainly due to the importance of inflections and polite appendages, which English has no care for. The word “khai” could sound from me at random as the verb “to sell” or the noun “egg” or the noun “chicken” depending on its delivery. Vegetarian as I am, my linguistic state was precarious. Explaining English to other people made me extremely glad that it is my first language,...
For studies in English, Koreans learn to say goodbye to dad
2008-06-08 01:01:00 The mothers, members of the largest group of foreigners at the public school, were part of what are known in South Korea as 'wild geese,' families living separately, sometimes for years, to school their children in English-speaking countries like New
By: Get rich
English Grammar 101: Introduction to the English Verb
2008-06-08 00:00:00 English has three kinds of Verbs: transitive, intransitive, and incomplete. 1. Transitive Verbs A verb is transitive when the action is carried across to a receiver: The farmer grows potatoes. Elvis sang ballads. The receiver is called the direct object. It answers the question ?What?? or ?Whom? after the verb. Grows what? ...
English in with 21 accents
2008-06-07 22:25:00 I found recently this very interesting video of Amy Walker speaking the same sentence in 21 languages! Very interesting, and the accents are real! I have heard all of them already speaking to people from all over the world (I however hope my accent isn't as strong as demonstrated in the video :P).I wonder wether the disturbance and annoying being in the last half is played or real :)There is also another video posted as a feedback to her posted by Miss Cupcake, but it loses a bit of its magic due to the fake name used.Enjoy!Technorati Tags: English, video----Wanna discuss this post? Then do it in my forum! :)----No more ICQ Support? Get active! Complain now!
Horsemanship, Showmanship Shirts Girls size 8, 10 75ea.
2008-06-06 23:15:00 We have a variety of shirts. The pink bubble burst is missing a few crystals and we are selling it for less than half of the original cost. Crystals are easy to replace. The other shirts are brand new showmanship and horsemanship, we have teal chaps and tobacco colored available for purchase in a size girls 8-10 for 50 as well. My daughter wore them for one year and outgrew them. Shirts are all custom made. The shirt with the colorful circle design is set with hundreds of swarovski crystals and cost over 300 and for sale for 150 or BO. The other shirts listed are 75 each have crystals on the cuffs. Email me for more pictures and details. Matching black suede chaps with leopard print accents on side seams are available with the leopard print shirt for an additional 50. We also have a girls size 6 hunt seat jacket in navy blue that we will sell for 45 - Cost us over 100 and was worn one time only.
By: Equine Now
Social Media in Plain English
2008-06-06 20:08:00 Social Media in Plain English from leelefever on Vimeo. You may remember a pretty popular video from a few months ago called Twitter in Plain English. The creators of that video now set their sights on the topic of social media. The people over at Common Craft have made another gem. This time they look to ...
By: Smojo Speaks
A Moment Like This
2008-06-06 09:18:00 A moment like this - Kelly Clarkson kelly clarkson a moment like this ai finale Kelly Clarkson - A Moment Like This (Winning Moment) A Moment Like This lyrics What if I told you It was all meant to be Would you believe me, Would you agree It’s almost that feelin’ That we’ve met before So tell me that you don’t think I’m crazy When I ...
Sabah Medical Centre customers do not understand English?
2008-06-06 03:38:00 Spotted earlier today near the cashier counter on the 5th floor. Instead of the expected pieces of paper / envelopes containing suggestions, you can see other things instead: Perhaps any transparent locked box with a hole on top immediately means donation box to some people?
By: Chronicles
How to improve your English
2008-06-05 17:35:00 English is an international language. In this cyber age, a good knowledge of English is an advantage. In order to improve in your English, you must take a strong liking to this language. In the course of your reading, never miss looking up any word whose meaning you are not sure of in a good dictionary – one that illustrates the usage of words in sentences. Observe how other people construct their sentences and how they break the monotony to arrest our interest in reading their writing. Try to master the use of phrasal verbs as they come in handy when we write articles or essays. Above all, think of the apt words to use in describing anything we want.
In Webster`s English
2008-06-05 05:52:00 “The Founders worded the Second Amendment in an easy to understand manner. Individuals have a right to have arms in their houses and to carry them for protection, and the government may not violate that right,” writes Stephen Halbrook. “Modern contortions of language can`t change that meaning because we can still refer to Noah Webster.”
By: Gun News
Easy2Add Creates Outlook Events from Plain English [Featured Windows Downlo
2008-06-05 01:00:00 Windows only: Create new appointments in Outlook with plain English using freeware application Easy2Add. Similar to Google Calendar’s Quick Add feature, just invoke Easy2Add (it comes in either system tray or Vista sidebar form), enter in a simple sentence like “Meeting with Gina on Monday at 2pm,” and the application automatically translates and adds the ...
Gakuen Alice Manga, Volume 2 (English)
2008-06-04 19:38:00 Today's review of Gakuen Alice, Volume 2, is entirely due to the kindness of Grace E! Thanks Grace, for entering the ranks of sponsors here at Okazu!In Volume 1 of Gakuen Alice, we met irrepressibly positive and energetic Mikan, and followed her as she moved heaven and earth to be reunited with her BFF, Hotaru.In Volume 2, Mikan is now officially a member of the Alice School but, because because all energetic and cheerful protagonists need to overcome horrible and unnecessarily cruel obstacles, she is forced into the bottom of the entire class by being given no stars, i.e., no privileges. And to continue the abuse, the students have decided to scapegoat her, (which is hideous and annoying, but pretty sensible on their part because of the overwhelming fatalist beliefs at the core of most societies.) They can be abusive because she has no power - and having no power is proof that she deserves to be abused.To add to this cheerful scenario, Mikan learns that her letters to her Grandfat...
By: Okazu Reviews
Canada Agrees Yanks Do Speak English
2008-06-04 14:53:00 The Canadian government has agreed to drop its three hour test on English for new immigrants in light of the reaction it elicited from Americans. The language test was designed by British language experts and included a British interpretation as to what is proper or improper English. For example, immigrants were asked to explain what ...
Who Wore Jessica McClintock Better? Geri Halliwell or Caridee English
2008-06-04 10:30:00 Geri Halliwell first wore this strapless Jessica McClintock ballerina-esqe dress, with a jagged hem and tulle skirt, when she attended the Galaxy Book Awards in London back in April.The former Spice Girl tried to look half her age in this dress, with ringlets in her hair and silver pointy heels."Model" Caridee English wore the same dress, without the ivory ribbon, to the Grand Opening Weekend Celebration of MGM Grand last month in Connecticut.She wore her dress with loose waves and a pair of wedges.Both look really bad in this dress, but if I had to choose, I would pick Geri, because I like the ivory ribbon, and I think this dress works better with her skin-tone. Sourcehttp://www.redcarpet-fash-ionawards.com/feeds/posts/defau-lt?alt=rss
Broken English Films and YouTube equals Broken English Tube? Maybe not. Mor
2008-06-04 07:24:00 Broken English Films and YouTube equals Broken English Tube? Maybe not. More so, you can watch YouTube videos here too now.
The 3 Most Dangerous Words in English Language
2008-06-04 06:00:00 Do you know what the 3 most dangerous words are? It?s called ?I know that? Many times, when I try to share something with others, this phrase appears. ?You don?t know it until you live it? ? T Harv Eker Very well said. I have to admit that I used to use that phrase very frequently but thank god ...
The 3 Most Dangerous Words in English Language
2008-06-04 06:00:00 Do you know what the 3 most dangerous words are? It?s called ?I know that? Many times, when I try to share something with others, this phrase appears. ?You don?t know it until you live it? ? T Harv Eker Very well said. I have to admit that I used to use that phrase very frequently but thank god ...
English Pronunciation in use (PDF + Audio)
2008-06-03 18:04:00 English Pronunciation in use (PDF + Audio CD)Author:Mark HancockFormat:PDF + MP3 62.3MBPublisher: Cambridge University Press Number Of Pages: 200 Publication Date: 2003-09-29 ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0521001854 ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780521001854 The best-selling English Pronunciation in Use is a comprehensive reference and practice book suitable for self-study or classroom work. Sixty easy-to-use units cover all aspects of pronunciation, including individual sounds, word stress, connected speech and intonation. Each unit is supported by audio material in range of accents, available on audio CD or cassette. An additional reference section offers a glossary of specialized terms, help with the pronunciation of numbers and geographical names and fun exercises on phonemic symbols and minimal pairs. The CD-ROM provides a wide variety of additional interactive activities to reinforce the pronunciation covered in the book, as well as tests, progress checks, games and animated diagrams of the mou...
In Webster`s English
2008-06-03 17:25:00 “The Founders worded the Second Amendment in an easy to understand manner. Individuals have a right to have arms in their houses and to carry them for protection, and the government may not violate that right,” writes Stephen Halbrook. “Modern contortions of language can`t change that meaning because we can still refer to Noah Webster.”
By: Gun News
In Moments Like These
2008-06-03 08:55:00 In Moments Like These Video of Ricsson?s First Holy Communion In moments like these, I sing out a song I sing out a love song to Jesus In moments like these I lift up my hands I lift up my hands to the Lord Singing I love You Lord Singing I love You Lord Singing I love You Lord I love You! Glen & Justin ...
Love Letter? in ENGLISH!!
2008-06-03 03:22:00 Posted by scsolomon0926 on Joanjoyce Camp Online Forum Dunno if you have read this one already. Anyway, for those haven’t read this one yet, here is your chance….Enjoy! Medyo luma na pero okay pa din basahin! Attached is a letter of one female to her jilted rival. It was photocopied, circulated and created rave reviews among ...
By: joanjoyce
Arabic Loanwords In English
2008-06-03 00:00:00 The Arabic language has contributed hundreds of words to the English language by many different routes. That?s partly because in what my daughter likes to call the olden days (from around 700AD to the Middle Ages), the Arabic kingdoms had a great influence on Europe and the world. In part ...
Kaleido Star Anime, Volume 2 (English)
2008-06-02 22:36:00 For anime fans in general, but more specifically for fans romantic pairings, there's a delicious moment when one of the couple starts getting very irritated at his/her reaction to the other one. Often that irritated reaction is the sum and total of their personality, spawning any number of tsun-xyz combinations. Sometimes, they move beyond that phase...but not too often.In Volume 2 of Kaleido Star, Layla Hamilton - for a brief moment - becomes pointlessly and hopelessly irritated at Sora. It's kind of cute, but mostly because I know it's temporary. :-)In any case, there are all sorts of Yuri-esque situations floating around Volume 2, but the main plot is Carlos giving Sora all sorts of amazing opportunities, but doing it in the most assholish way possible. Of course, because Sora is our heroine, she overcomes every obstacle, and starts to create her own unique presence on the Kaleido Stage. It works. It really does. I gotta hand it to the writers, the whole "Little Mermaid" arc j...
By: Okazu Reviews
"Global" English: who are the influencers?
2008-06-02 17:41:00 Was listening to the coverage of the earthquake in China over the past number of weeks, and thought I heard a change in the standard pronunciation and spelling for a province in China I visited a few years ago from the announcers on NPR. As a 40-something, it got me thinking about who sets the rules
English Research Paper
2008-06-02 13:18:00 English research paper writing is often used in most curricula and not peculiar to the English curriculum. The principal idea about researching and writing on this type of research papers is to test the language skills of the student. This is usually done in curricula which act as a direct transition into a career or ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer conference, there will be more than a dozen demonstrations on display. ActiveVideo Networks rebrand reflects changes in TV Arguing that “television isn’t just about TV any more,” interactive television company ICTV has been renamed ActiveVideo Networks, reflecting its emphasis on becoming a service provider rather than a technology vendor. Based on standard web technologies, ActiveVideo combines online media with high-quality video, delivered as a standard video stream, accessible through a remote control to provide interactivity across most digital set-top boxes. Cox selects NDS to provide new set-top box interface Cox, the third larges...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer ...
IPTV English News by InformITV (02/06/2008)
2008-06-02 00:00:00 Tru2way shows interactive capabilities at Cable Show Tru2way is gaining momentum as the new way ahead for interactive television on cable in the United States. Tru2way is the retail brand for OpenCable hardware and OCAP software and will be much in evidence at the annual industry Cable Show in New Orleans. Following a two-day Tru2way developer conference, there will be more than a dozen demonstrations on display. ActiveVideo Networks rebrand reflects changes in TV Arguing that “television isn’t just about TV any more,” interactive television company ICTV has been renamed ActiveVideo Networks, reflecting its emphasis on becoming a service provider rather than a technology vendor. Based on standard web technologies, ActiveVideo combines online media with high-quality video, delivered as a standard video stream, accessible through a remote control to provide interactivity across most digital set-top boxes. Cox selects NDS to provide new set-top box interface Cox, the third larges...
When is something English?
2008-06-01 13:29:00 What criteria apply to an institution or individual to make them English? Does it involve a love of tea and fair play, an general feeling that Scots’ grievances are largely baseless or just English parentage? Is it ever possible to nail this stuff down?
By: Big Ideas
That?s What Friends Are For
2008-06-01 09:51:00 That’s What Friends Are For Thats Whats Friends Are For That’s what friends are for That’s What Friends Are For Song Lyrics And I never thought I’d feel this way And as far as I’m concerned I’m glad I got the chance to say That I do believe I love you And if I should ever go away Well then close your eyes and ... |
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